Dr. Alexander S. Molinari, DO | Traverse City, MI | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Orthopedic spine surgery is the focus of Dr. Alexander Molinari's practice. He treats back pain during pregnancy, back pain in children and teens, and lumbar pain, and performs physical therapy, manual therapy, and strength training. He is affiliated with Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital and sees patients in Traverse City, Michigan, and Sugar Land and Houston, Texas. Dr. Molinari speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Molinari 4.84 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.8

85 Ratings
59 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
85 written reviews
1 award
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
5 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
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Dr. Molinari's Ratings and Reviews

4.8

85 Ratings with 85 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Patients express high praise for Dr. Molinari, noting his excellent bedside manner, attentiveness, and ability to instill confidence through clear communication and comprehensive care. Many patients appreciate his reluctance to rush into surgical options and his willingness to explain procedures in an understandable way. Some reviews mention sadness that he is leaving a previous practice, reflecting the high regard in which he is held. There are no negative reviews in the dataset provided, indicating a generally positive patient experience.

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Dr. Molinari listens carefully and provides good and very helpful responses. I was very sorry to hear that he is leaving Sugar Land Methodist. He was a GREAT doctor.

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June 2nd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Molinari was a pleasure to work with. Very likable and interested in addressing MY problem. Great bedside manner.

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April 30th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr Molinari was wonderful. I was quite nervous but not only did he put me at ease, he listened and answered every question.

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April 25th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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September 4th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I always recommend Methodist to people I know

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September 4th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. A. Molinari articulated my situations clearly and effectively advised follow-up arrangements. His comprehensive cares and straightforward advices in this visit were very much appreciated.

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July 17th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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This was the best visit. This office is so efficiently run.

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March 8th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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There was nothing wrong with my spine that would preclude my ability to have hip replacement surgery so there wasn't much to discuss. Very nice doctor. If/when my back has issues I will go to him.

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January 16th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Great "bedside " manner

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I liked how Dr. Molinari explained things in a way I could understand. He didn't rush to surgery, and I really liked that!

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January 7th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Great Lakes Orthopaedic Center

4045 W Royal DrTraverse City, MI 49684

Tel: (231) 935-0900

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

16811 Southwest Fwy Ste 200Sugar Land, TX 77479

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital

16655 Southwest FwySugar Land, TX 77479

Tel: (281) 274-7000

Houston Methodist Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

6445 Main St Ste 2500Houston, TX 77030

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Great Lakes Orthopaedic Center

401 Munson AveTraverse City, MI 49686

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. Alexander Shane Luigi Molinari, DO	Dr. Norman James Licht, MD	Dr. Justin Jospeh Hollander, DO	Dr. Vincent Roger Prusick, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Foot & Ankle Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (85 Ratings)	2.9 (11 Ratings)	4.3 (26 Ratings)	4.4 (16 Ratings)
	43 Years of Experience		46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Traverse City , MI	Traverse City , MI	Traverse City , MI	Traverse City , MI
	Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine		Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Osteoarthritis
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Dr. Alexander Shane Luigi Molinari holds inactive and active medical licenses in the states of Michigan and Texas.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an inactive medical license in the state of Michigan that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

NPI Number

Dr. Molinari's NPI number is 1477948297.

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Where is Dr. Alexander Molinari's office located?: Dr. Alexander Molinari's office is located at 4045 W Royal Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49684.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alexander Molinari affiliated with?: Dr. Alexander Molinari is affiliated with Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Alexander Molinari speak?: Dr. Alexander Molinari speaks English and Spanish.

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